Application Guide

How to Apply for Institutional Giving Manager

at National LGBTQ Task Force

🏢 About National LGBTQ Task Force

The National LGBTQ Task Force is the oldest national LGBTQ advocacy organization in the US, uniquely focused on building grassroots power and advancing racial, economic, and gender justice. Working here means joining a passionate team that fights for intersectional change, from federal policy to local community organizing.

About This Role

As Institutional Giving Manager, you'll be the driving force behind securing major foundation, corporate, and government grants to fuel the Task Force's mission. Your work directly funds critical advocacy, events like Winter Party and Creating Change, and programs that improve LGBTQ lives nationwide.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start by reviewing grant deadlines and drafting a report for a six-figure foundation supporter, then hop on a call with a program officer to discuss a new proposal. After lunch, you'd collaborate with the events team to finalize sponsorship tiers for an upcoming gala, and end the day updating your donor pipeline in the CRM.

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🎯 Who National LGBTQ Task Force Is Looking For

  • A seasoned grant writer with at least 3 years of experience and a proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure, multi-year foundation awards.
  • An exceptional writer and project manager who can juggle multiple grants, deadlines, and stakeholder relationships with meticulous attention to detail.
  • A strategic thinker who can develop and execute an annual institutional giving plan that operationalizes growth and diversifies funding sources.
  • A relationship-builder who thrives on cultivating high-value funders, from private foundations to corporate partners, and can craft compelling sponsorship packages for Task Force events.

📝 Tips for Applying to National LGBTQ Task Force

1

Tailor your cover letter to highlight experience with social justice or LGBTQ-focused foundations (e.g., Arcus, Gill Foundation, Ford Foundation).

2

In your resume, quantify your success: e.g., 'Secured $2M in multi-year grants from 5 foundations, increasing institutional revenue by 30% in 2 years.'

3

Mention any experience with event sponsorship fundraising, as the role leads strategy for Task Force events like Winter Party and Creating Change.

4

Include a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to translate complex programmatic work into compelling grant narratives—ideally for a similar advocacy organization.

5

Research the Task Force's current campaigns (e.g., Queer the Census, National LGBTQ+ Town Hall) and reference how your skills can advance those priorities.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express genuine passion for LGBTQ+ equality and alignment with the Task Force's intersectional, grassroots approach.", 'Highlight your track record of securing major foundation grants and your strategic approach to institutional giving growth.', "Demonstrate your understanding of the Task Force's key events and how you would leverage sponsorships to increase revenue.", 'Showcase your project management skills with examples of managing complex grant calendars and multi-stakeholder reporting.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review the Task Force's current strategic plan and annual report to understand their funding priorities and recent wins.
  • → Familiarize yourself with their major events (Winter Party, Creating Change, Miami Beach Pride) and past sponsors.
  • → Research their key foundation funders (e.g., Arcus, Gill, Ford) and recent grants to understand the funding landscape.
  • → Read about their advocacy campaigns (e.g., Queer the Census, National LGBTQ+ Town Hall) to see how institutional funding supports them.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your process for developing an annual institutional giving work plan and how you measure success.
2 How do you build and maintain relationships with foundation program officers, especially in a remote setting?
3 Give an example of a challenging grant proposal you wrote and how you overcame obstacles to secure funding.
4 How would you approach securing sponsorships for events like Winter Party or Creating Change?
5 The Task Force works at the intersection of multiple social justice issues. How would you tailor grant proposals to reflect this intersectional approach?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention the Task Force's specific mission, events, or campaigns.
  • Focusing only on foundation grants without addressing corporate sponsorships and government grants, which are also key responsibilities.
  • Neglecting to highlight your experience with multi-year, six- and seven-figure awards—this is a must for the role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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